Directional Drill Operator

Miners Underground; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Paid time off & holidays

Skills Training

Career Advancement

Job summary

Miners Underground is hiring a Directional Drill Operator to join our on-site team on a full-time basis. You will operate drilling equipment to install underground utilities safely while maintaining strict safety standards.

You will work with field crews to interpret job prints, prepare sites, and restore the site after operations. A valid driver’s license is required; CDL preferred or obtainable within 30 days. English/Spanish bilingual is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred or willing to obtain within 30 days.
• Reliable personal transportation.
• Physically capable of lifting 50+ lbs and working in varied weather.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• English/Spanish bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up jobsite safety devices and barricades.
• Load and unload equipment and materials.
• Operate directional drilling equipment to install underground utilities.
• Inspect vehicles and trailers for safe loading and transport.
• Maintain and clean drilling equipment and tools.
• Assist on-site with digging, trenching, and exposing utilities.
• Direct laborers and field staff on site.
• Restore the jobsite to company standards after operation.
• Communicate with customers and team on specs and progress.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

CDL preferred

Bilingual (English/Spanish) optional

Job description

At Miners Underground, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Directional Drill Operator. We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team on a Full-Time basis. This role is essential to our operations and involves working on-site, as it is not a remote position. The selected candidate will be responsible for operating drilling equipment to install underground utilities safely and efficiently. This pivotal position supports our commitment to providing high-quality services while adhering to the highest standards of safety and operational excellence.

The Directional Drill Operator plays a vital role, working closely with field crews to interpret job prints, maintain safety standards, and ensure that each job site is returned to our stringent quality standards after operation. This opportunity is perfect for someone who is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and passionate about contributing to successful project completions in the dynamic field of underground utility installations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up jobsite safety devices including cones, barricades, signage, and trench safety equipment.

• Load and unload equipment and materials required for the job.

• Mix fluids necessary to changing ground conditions.

• Inspect vehicles and trailers to ensure proper loading and safe transport.

• Stock trucks with necessary job materials and supplies.

• Maintain and clean drilling equipment and tools regularly.

• Utilize hand tools or equipment to dig and expose existing utilities, ensuring minimal disruption.

• Guide and direct laborers and other field staff on site.

• Operate directional drilling equipment to efficiently perform drilling operations.

• Restore the jobsite to company standards post-operation, ensuring no residue of work remains.

• Communicate effectively with customers and team members on job specifications and progress.

• Take proactive ownership of site safety, ensuring that all crew members adhere to established safety protocols.

Requirements:

• Experience with operating heavy equipment.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred or willingness to obtain within 30 days.
• Reliable personal transportation.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a mindset of “finding a way to make it work”.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the job including lifting 50+ lbs, bending, digging, and standing/walking for extended periods.
• Capable of working in variable weather conditions.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment.
• English/Spanish bilingual skills are a plus, enhancing communication across diverse teams.

All candidates must pass apre-employment drug test. Ongoing testing may be required per company policy.

Benefits:

• 401K
• Paid time off & holidays
• Skills Training
• Career Advancement